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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning are enabling humans all over the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning organizations are dealing with today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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